What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
crossroad
Example
Turn left at the crossroad and you'll see the gas station. [crossroad: noun]
Example
I'm at a crossroad in my career and I don't know which path to take. [crossroad: metaphorical usage]
crossway
Example
The crossway between Main Street and Park Avenue is always busy during rush hour. [crossway: noun]
Example
Please use the crossway to cross the street safely. [crossway: pedestrian crossing]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Crossroad is more commonly used than crossway in everyday language, as it covers a wider range of contexts and situations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between crossroad and crossway?
Both crossroad and crossway are relatively neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
